Link Snacks, Inc. (Jack Link's Protein Snacks)

Link Snacks, Inc., commonly known as Jack Link's Protein Snacks, is a global leader in the portable protein snack industry. Founded in 1985 in Minong, Wisconsin, the family-owned and operated company is dedicated to providing premium quality, flavorful meat snacks. Its mission is to be the world's number one protein snacking company, fueling consumers' daily adventures with high-protein options. The company's headquarters remain in Minong, Wisconsin, with a significant marketing presence in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

The company's extensive product portfolio includes over 300 premium protein snacks made from 100% beef, turkey, chicken, and pork. Key brands under Link Snacks, Inc. include Jack Link's®, Lorissa's Kitchen®, Wild River®, Golden Island®, MATADOR®, BiFi®, and Peperami®. Jack Link's is recognized as the top-selling jerky brand in America and holds the position of the No. 4 brand in the U.S. overall snack category, with products sold in over 55 countries worldwide.

Under the leadership of founder and chairman John "Jack" E. Link and CEO Troy Link, the company has expanded significantly through strategic acquisitions, including Unilever's meat snack division (BiFi and Peperami brands) in 2014 and the Golden Island brand from Tyson Foods in 2019. Link Snacks, Inc. is the largest manufacturer of jerky globally, boasting an estimated annual revenue of $2 billion and capturing 34% of the U.S. meat snacks market. The company continues to be family-owned and operated, maintaining its commitment to quality and innovation.